A significant update has surfaced concerning Liverpool’s quest for a new forward this summer.
Liverpool has already invested heavily in preparation for the upcoming season, acquiring Jeremie Frimpong, Florian Wirtz, who was signed for a club-record fee of £116 million, and Milos Kerkez from Bournemouth.
They continue to seek new talent, with Arne Slot believed to be eager to recruit a new No.9.
Newcastle United’s Alexander Isak, who netted 23 league goals last season, is thought to be on Liverpool’s radar.
Liverpool is also considering Eintracht Frankfurt’s Hugo Ekitike, who is viewed as one of the most promising talents in Europe.
According to Florian Plettenberg, Liverpool remains a ‘concrete’ option, especially with Chelsea withdrawing from the pursuit of Ekitike after their acquisition of Joao Pedro, who transferred from Brighton in a deal valued at £60 million.
On X, Plettenberg stated: “Eintracht Frankfurt wishes to retain Hugo Ekitike, also to ensure they are well-prepared for the Champions League.
“Nevertheless, Eintracht anticipates offers this month. Liverpool continues to be a solid option. Newcastle has renewed their interest. Manchester United is still in the mix.
Chelsea is currently unlikely due to the signing of Joao Pedro. His price tag is €100m. #LFC #MUFC. How will the poker end? “Thus, according to Plettenberg, Manchester United is ‘still there’ as Ruben Amorim seeks attacking reinforcements, having already secured Matheus Cunha from Wolves for £62.5 million.
However, the Red Devils are facing competition from Liverpool and Newcastle, both of whom can provide Champions League football.